Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Representative Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-Fla.-10) on Wednesday introduced legislation to establish an Office of Gun Violence Prevention in the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). The Office of Gun Violence Prevention Act would bring together those most impacted by gun violence with leaders across federal …
Read More »Bipartisan Gun Violence Bill Tightens ‘boyfriend loophole’ — But Doesn’t Close It Completely
Orion Rummler Originally published by The 19th A bipartisan gun safety bill passed Thursday by the Senate expands federal restrictions on domestic abusers’ ability to own a gun in an effort to close the regulatory gap known as the “boyfriend loophole.” However, experts and advocates point out that the loophole …
Read More »Vice President Kamala Harris Tests Postive For COVID-19
Vice President Kamala Harris tested positive for COVID-19 Tuesday on both rapid and PCR tests, according to a statement from her press secretary. She “has exhibited no symptoms, will isolate and continue to work from the Vice President’s residence,” according to the statement. President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden …
Read More »Bipartisan Group of Senators Want To Strengthen Congressional Power In National Security Matters
A bipartisan group of Senators revealed legislation to strengthen Congressional power regarding matters relating to National Security. The group wants to correct the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches. The National Security Powers Act secures congressional authority in war powers, arms exports, and national emergencies. Under the …
Read More »Democrats Introduce Bill Giving College Athletes Right To Organize
Last week, U.S. Senator Chris Murphy and U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders introduced the College Athlete Right to Organize Act, legislation to provide collective bargaining rights for college athletes. Reps. Jamaal Bowman, Andy Levin and Lori Trahan introduced companion legislation in the U.S. House of Representatives. The College Athlete Right to Organize Act is …
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